Senior Compensation Manager

About the Position

We are seeking a Senior Compensation Manager to lead our compensation strategy and ensure competitive and compelling total rewards for our employees.

Responsibilities

• Compensation Strategy Development: Lead the development and execution of Patreon’s compensation strategy, aligning it with the company’s objectives and market trends. Regularly assess and adjust compensation structures to attract, motivate, and retain high-performing employees.
• Market Research and Benchmarking: Manage the benchmarking review process by conducting thorough market analysis to understand industry compensation trends, both domestically and internationally. Utilize benchmarking data to ensure Patreon’s compensation remains competitive and compelling.
• Total Rewards Enhancement: Collaborate with HR, leadership, and benefits team to design and enhance Patreon’s total rewards framework, including base salary, variable pay, equity programs, and benefits, to ensure a comprehensive and appealing package for employees.
• Equity Program Management: Oversee Patreon’s equity program design, including stock options and other equity-based incentives. Manage equity pool and spend. Educate employees on equity programs and support them in understanding the long-term value.
• Compensation Planning and Review Cycles: Manage various compensation planning processes, including the annual review cycle, mid-year review, pay equity analysis, and bonus payouts. Ensure a fair and transparent process that aligns with budgetary guidelines.
• Compensation Surveys and Tools: Ensure the data and tooling used at Patreon are the most accurate, relevant, and up to date.
• Data Analysis and Insights: Leverage data and analytics to provide insights on compensation trends, cost projections, and potential areas for improvement. Develop reports and dashboards to communicate compensation-related metrics to leadership.
• Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborate closely with PBPs, Finance, Legal, and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure seamless execution of compensation programs. Provide guidance on compensation-related matters to enable effective decision-making.
• Compliance and Governance: Stay up-to-date with relevant labor laws and regulations to ensure that Patreon’s compensation programs remain compliant. Maintain accurate documentation of compensation-related policies and practices.
• Communication and Education: Develop communication strategies to educate employees about the company’s compensation philosophy, practices, and changes. Address employee inquiries related to compensation in a timely and professional manner.
• Team Leadership: Develop, coach, and engage team member(s) to foster their growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Deep understanding of compensation theories, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience with equity program management.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis and utilization of compensation survey data.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Extremely data driven, thorough, and meticulous.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing compensation strategies aligned with business goals.
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations related to compensation.
• Proficiency in compensation-related software and tools.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $156K - $310K
• Equity plans
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Flexible time off
• Company holidays and recharge days
• Commuter benefits
• Lifestyle stipends
• Learning and development stipends
• Patronage
• Parental leave
• 401k plan with matching

About the Company

Patreon powers creators to do what they love and get paid by the people who love what they do. Our team is passionate about making this mission and our core values come to life every day in our work. Through this work, our Patronauts:

• Put Creators First | They’re the reason we’re here. When creators win, we win.
• Build with Craft | We sign our name to every deliverable, just like the creators we serve.
• Make it Happen | We don’t quit. We learn and deliver.
• Win Together | We grow as individuals. We win as a team.

Patreon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please let us know via email at accommodations@patreon.

Patreon operates under a hybrid work model, where employees based in office locations are expected to come into the office three days per week, excluding sick time and paid leave. The goal of this policy is to be intentional about the in-person time we spend together to strengthen the feeling of community at Patreon. Candidates hired into remote-eligible roles are not expected to meet the same requirements.

At Patreon, we believe in fair and transparent pay. In compliance with New York and California pay transparency laws, we are sharing the expected salary range for this role.

The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. This range may encompass multiple levels within the role’s job family. The final offer will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and geographic location, aligning with the appropriate job level within Patreon’s leveling framework. For remote employees located outside CA and NY, salary may vary based on location and local market conditions.

Patreon reserves the right to modify or update compensation and benefits at any time.